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Fuchsia

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Mistymorin · 12/07/2024 13:48

My fuchsia has developed swollen leaves. Ladies, any idea what this is? Thank you

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thesustainablegardener · 12/07/2024 14:33

Hello Mistymorin,

I suspect your plant is being attacked by Fuchsia gall mite.

https://www.rhs.org.uk/biodiversity/fuchsia-gall-mite

https://www.notcutts.co.uk/garden-advice/problems-pests/fuchsia-gall-mite/

https://www.thebfs.org.uk/textfiles/fuchsia-gallmite.pdf

Happy gardening
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Fuchsia gall mite / RHS Gardening

Fuchsia gall mite was found in mainland Britain in 2007. It has become a frequent enquiry to RHS Gardening Advice, especially from southern England. The mite has also spread northwards and into Wales.

https://www.rhs.org.uk/biodiversity/fuchsia-gall-mite

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Mistymorin · 12/07/2024 15:28

Thank you! I think I will just leave alone, it hasn't affected the flowering buds.

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thesustainablegardener · 12/07/2024 19:46

Mistymorin · 12/07/2024 15:28

Thank you! I think I will just leave alone, it hasn't affected the flowering buds.

My pleasure

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